Weldon Matthews - Oakland University, Rochester, MI

Professor: Weldon Matthews

Department: History

College: Oakland University, Rochester, MI

Rating # 1

Overview:

• Course: HST3540
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

This is a peculiar fellow, I am not sure if we had completely different perspectives or he was just messing with me. I think he might live in a history book, but he is okay.

Rating # 2

Overview:

• Course: HST2010
• Grade Received: A+
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Matthews is a great professor. I took his World History class as a gen ed and I enjoyed it. Theres a lot of reading and a paper to write, but if you pay attention, do the reading, and take notes, youll do fine!

Rating # 3

Overview:

• Course: IS270
• Grade Received: B+
• Overall Rating: 3.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: No
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Your grades are revolved around three papers. You have weekly forums and quizzes that are literally worth nothing. You're papers are all that matters and he grades pretty tough on them. Papers are worth 27% each of your grade so if you're a crappy writer lol good luck. I thought I was a good writer I guess not. Pretty cool guy but expects a lot.

Rating # 4

Overview:

• Course: HST205
• Grade Received: Not sure yet
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

3 tests; one 1500 word essay. Tests graded fair. Provides Test summary showing what will be on test and goes over summary. You have time for the essay, and he will review rough drafts. Attendance taken Very knowledgeable. Nice. PowerPoint lectures are organized well. Willing to help. Definitely glad I took a class with him. Will take him again

Rating # 5

Overview:

• Course: IS270
• Grade Received: A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

You only need the book for the final, so try borrowing from someone for a week. Weekly (easy) multiple choice Qs, weekly forums, and 3 papers. Listen to his podcast if you wanna do well on his essay and don't forget to turn it in early because he gives feedback. All in all it was a tough class, but that's only cuz writing essays is not my thing.

Rating # 6

Overview:

• Course: HIS357
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: Yes
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Professor Matthews is a very nice guy. His lectures are detailed and can be a bit boring. He is very knowledgable and wants to help you understand the world. He gives great feedback and will give you ideas for your papers when you email him. Only 4 papers, but not too bad. I would take him again.

Rating # 7

Overview:

• Course: IS270
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

This class is very easy. I am pre-med and needed an easy elective to take with a tough semester and this was it! Weekly quizzes that come straight from his powerpoints, easy forum posts, easy exams, and one easy final paper. Would highly recommend this to anyone who needs an easy, writing intensive elective.

Rating # 8

Overview:

• Course: HST356
• Grade Received: C
• Overall Rating: 2.0
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: Yes
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Matthews is an intelligent individual who attended school at University of Chicago. Matthews likes to talk down as well as make those students who are not history majors feel as though they should not take his class. As someone who had to take a class to graduate, I strongly recommend against taking any class taken by Dr. Matthews!

Rating # 9

Overview:

• Course: HST300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: Not Mandatory

Comment:

Dr. Matthews is extremely knowledgeable especially in when it comes to the Middle East and foreign relations. Not the greatest lecturer or teacher I have had in the department. Also not an easy grader but if you work hard he will be fair and willing to help you. Don't take this course unless you have time for writing a 20 page paper

Rating # 10

Overview:

• Course: IS270
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 1.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Very clear, well organized, fair, and interesting. He can give a whole lecture without notes or PowerPoint and keep the class interested. Take him!

Rating # 11

Overview:

• Course: IS270
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

One of the best professors I've had at O.U. He's more knowledgeable than any text book. He is open to questions and does not make you feel stupid. He's also not one sided and let's the students make up their minds about the information. He held my interest for the full hour, and is extremely fair on grading. Test material is clear beforehand.

Rating # 12

Overview:

• Course: HST356
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Great lecturer. He held my interest most of the time and provided outlines to follow along. There is a lot of reading, a written midterm, and final paper, but nothing too crazy. We learned a wealth of information about Iran and Iraq. I would recommend the class to anyone.

Rating # 13

Overview:

• Course: HST357
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

He knew the subject very well, and was able to lecture about it for 3 hours straight with almost no visual aids. He would hand out an outline for every class and was okay about sticking to it. There was a few papers in the class and a few book reviews, and he seemed like an easier grader then others.

Rating # 14

Overview:

• Course: HST300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

If you are a2ndary Hist. education major, I would NOT take this class. Extremely difficult. Ppl failed the class, or history educations majors that dont get3.0 here dont pass the class.I passed with2.2.Part of it my fault, but make sure you do the outlines100%how he wants it done,or it will affect your grade. Final worth70%of ur grade. Does help u.

Rating # 15

Overview:

• Course: IS270
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Prof Matthews is extremely knowledgeable about his subject, clear in his lectures, helpful with questions, and fair with grades. Overall a great professor!

Rating # 16

Overview:

• Course: HST358
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Knowledgeable and intelligent. Communicated difficult course material clearly. Encouraged student discussion. Readily available for questions and concerns.

Rating # 17

Overview:

• Course: HST300
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 5.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Professor Matthews is a great professor and extremely helpful, but the class is extremely challenging. As you're writing a 20 page paper, you'll be tempted to B.S. here and there, but beware as he possesses an almost encyclopedic knowledge of the subject. He doesn't mind helping you out however, with both researching and writing your paper.

Rating # 18

Overview:

• Course: IS270
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.0
• Course Difficulty: 3.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Weldon is an alright guy. Definitely not the easiest class I've taken, but definitely not the hardest. Showing up and taking notes is mandatory. However, you do leave knowing much more about the middle east.

Rating # 19

Overview:

• Course: IS270
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 4.5
• Course Difficulty: 4.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: Yes
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

I would term this professor to be one of the best out there. He is not just there to give you a grade, and when you end the class, you feel like you have learned more than you could have learned from any other teacher. He is very clear about what he wants, and gives you the questions on the test beforehand. ONE OF THE BEST!

Rating # 20

Overview:

• Course: IS270
• Grade Received: N/A
• Overall Rating: 5.0
• Course Difficulty: 2.0

• For Credit: N/A
• Textbook Used: No
• Would Take Again: N/A
• Attendance: N/A

Comment:

Very clear expectations; he gives you all the terms you will be responsible for in the syllabus. He provides outlines to his lectures prior to every class to make following him easier. I hate history classes but he made the best of what he could.